Christchurch Twynham Hampshire antique print

Christchurch Priory. Once a monastery, it was given to the town for use as a parish church by Henry VIII after the dissolution in 1540. It is the longest parish church in England with a nave over 311 feet long. The nave and transepts are Norman with heavy columns and round arches, whereas the lady chapel is from the 14th century and more Perpendicular in style. The great choir is even later, having been rebuilt in the 16th century. The Priory is noted for its Miraculous Beam, which attracts pilgrims from all over the world. Antique copper-plate engraving of The Priory of Christ Church, Twynham, Hants. Dated in the plate 5 May 1784. Size of engraved area approx 5x6ins. .